Tag Archives: Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Still think vitamin B12 deficiency is something that can be ignored? If you have any of the most common symptoms- fatigue, depression, memory loss, painful “pins and needles” in the hands and feet- then you may be surprised to learn that there’s a lot more to pernicious anemia than beats the eye. Vitamin B12- You […]

    Can’t sleep? Often, insomnia stems from vitamin B12 deficiency. Though nearly everyone experiences occasional trouble with falling asleep, chronic insomnia can be part of a range of symptoms attributed to dangerously low vitamin B12. Here are some ways that vitamin B12 and insomnia are related. Are you spending your nights tossing and turning, […]

    Sometimes called Lhermitte’s sign, electric shock sensations that travel down your back and behind your legs may signal vitamin B12 deficiency, or several other debilitating conditions. Here are the facts on that spine-tingling phenomenon, and other signs of vitamin B12 deficiency. Lhermitte’s Syndrome Lhermitte’s syndrome is also referred to as Barber Chair Phenomenon. […]

    Many patients of vitamin B12 deficiency suffering from fatigue, memory loss, and brain fog want to know how long it will take for vitamin B12 to take effect, and for how long they will have to continue taking vitamin B12 supplements. Symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency Vitamin B12 is important for sustaining healthy […]

    Recently, researchers have discovered a new way of checking for vitamin B12 deficiency that is faster and more accurate. Plus, this test for vitamin B12 levels requires less of a blood sacrifice… Scientists from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have developed an innovative new method for measuring your stores of vitamin B12, […]

    So, you think fatigue and painful tingling and numbness are the only real symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency? Guess again. According to most recent data, prolonged vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to multiple problems all over your body, affecting your nervous system, mood, fertility, and cardiovascular health, and more. Vitamin B12 is needed […]

    Some people are born with nystagmus– an annoying condition that makes your eyes jerk involuntarily, causing dizziness and reading problems. For others, nystagmus is acquired later in life. What is nystagmus? Nystagmus is an eye disorder that makes your eyes shake, jolt, or swerve repetitively. It occurs when your brain has poor control […]

    Last year, Dr. Oz aired America’s B12 Deficiency, a highly informative and eye-opening program focusing on the increasing rate of vitamin B12 deficiency anemia in our society. Here is a recap of part 2 of that show. (Continued from America’s B12 Deficiency: Recap of Dr. Oz Show, Part 1) Dr. Oz continues this segment […]

    Last year, Dr. Oz aired America’s B12 Deficiency, a highly informative and eye-opening program focusing on the increasing rate of vitamin B12 deficiency anemia in our society. Here is a recap of part 1 of that show. “Are you exhausted? Are you forgetting things? Are you feeling depressed? You may just think it’s […]

    For optimum heart health, check your vitamin B12 and homocysteine levels regularly. That’s correct! Most people understand the importance of exercise and a healthy low-fat diet in preventing heart attacks, but a vast majority are unaware of the link between homocysteine and heart disease, and the important role that vitamin B12 plays in […]